It’s the Season 2 Premiere of Data Discourse and we are kicking off this season with an in-depth conversation about open source intelligence and how it’s reshaping the landscape of legal investigations. With digital footprints now a staple of daily life, attorneys are tapping into public data sources to bolster cases across personal injury, class action lawsuits, and more.

To break down this hot topic, we welcome Josh Janow, CEO of SMI Aware, to the show to join our host, Peter Mansmann.

Throughout this conversation, we unpack the dual role open source intelligence plays—streamlining early case assessments and serving as pivotal evidence during litigation. From unfiltered social media activity to fitness app data, this kind of information often proves more revealing than traditional sources and could make or break the outcome of your case.

Technological advancements have revolutionized how legal teams gather and analyze this information. Cutting-edge tools and AI-driven platforms now allow professionals to mine relevant data faster and more accurately than ever before.

We also discuss the ethical dimensions of digital investigations, highlighting how legal teams can stay compliant while leveraging third-party experts to ensure responsible, policy-abiding open source intelligence practices.

Key Takeaways:

• Open source intelligence enables legal professionals to uncover valuable data from publicly available sources like social media and online forums.
• Digital evidence is often less filtered than traditional forms, making it highly valuable in assessing credibility or corroborating claims.
• Advanced AI tools streamline the collection of digital data, significantly reducing time and increasing precision.
• Fitness trackers, social posts, money apps, even comment histories can offer insights critical to legal outcomes.
• Legal teams must remain compliant with ethical standards, particularly regarding personal privacy and social media contact.
• Partnering with trained open source intelligence professionals ensures investigations are both thorough and ethically sound.

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